In this episode, we are talking about how we choose what we will play for class, the many ways you can build your repertoire, and where you can gain inspiration for choosing the tunes you play.
Choosing the right piece of music is essential, so we hope you enjoy this episode filled with useful tips and as always, funny anecdotes!
The podcast team then discuss some of the celebrations and the pitfalls of Grand Battement and how they help the dancers complete their barre successfully and get ready for the centre.
In this episode we’re talking to David Yow, former principal of Birmingham Royal Ballet.
We are discussing the use of tempo rubato, and whether there is a need for it, and if so, when and where in ballet class.
In this Frappe exercise, as usual David gives the listeners an overview of what Frappe means and the fundaments of the exercise before the pianists talk about music that is suitable and appropriate for this exercise
From New Zealand originally, she has worked and lived in Australia, the USA and Canada, starting off her career in a punk rock band, worked with Crowded House and Limbs Dance company, and playing for ballet classes throughout Australia, the USA, and Canada.
The listener gets to hear how each of the pianists began in this line of work from humble and unexpected beginnings, to playing for major ballet companies and schools globally. The team have sixty-four years of experience between them, that they can bring to the podcast.